Tinnitus at the Dentist
Many people with tinnitus are concerned that the volume of dental procedures will damage their hearing and result in louder tinnitus. This is a common fear posted on tinnitus internet forums, along with supportive claims of this “worst fear” happening. In fact, dental equipment is not dangerously loud. I always get the care I need, and my tinnitus is no louder!
Tinnitus in the Silence of Nature
In 2005, when my tinnitus first started, I didn't believe I would ever again experience the joy of nature. In This is video, I hike through the park where I first took the courageous steps to reconnect with my love of nature while hearing tinnitus. Today, despite the fact my tinnitus hasn't changed, I barely notice the noise!
The New Apple OTC Hearing Aids are Excellent!
I’ve recently had a very positive experience trialing the new Apple hearing aids which I would like to share. These are just the existing Apple AirPods Pro 2 that now, with the latest IOS update, enable a hearing aid feature. These function at the level of other over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, like Sony, Sennheiser and Jabra, but are considerably less expensive.
CBT versus TRT: What’s the Difference and Which is Right for You?
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT), two popular treatments for tinnitus, are often misrepresented. In this article, Dr Hubbard describes the similarities and differences, pros and cons of each approach, to help you make a decision about which is right for you.
Flying With Tinnitus
Many people with tinnitus distress irrationally fear they will never be able to fly again. They’ve fallen victim to online misinformation: that flying causes permanent damage and a permanent worsening of tinnitus. In fact, flying with tinnitus is no problem at all as long as you take some simple precautions…
Does Lenire Really Work?
Many people who are suffering with tinnitus have invested hope in the FDA Approved Lenire device. In this article, I critique the device from a science and candid user perspective.